The upcoming Eredivisie fixture in Round 12 will showcase a clash between Vitesse and Heerenveen at the GelreDome Stadium on Saturday evening. Both teams are determined to bounce back from recent defeats and secure a victory this weekend.
Match Preview:
Vitesse faced a challenging 5-1 defeat against Go Ahead Eagles in their recent match at De Adelaarshorst Stadium.
Goals from Willum Thor Willumsson, Oliver Edvardsen, and Victor Edvardsen, coupled with Joris Kramer’s strike, led to Vitesse’s setback.
As a result, Vitesse currently sits at the bottom of the Eredivisie table, with a crucial match ahead to climb out of the relegation zone.
Heerenveen also experienced a defeat, succumbing to a 4-1 loss against Ajax in their latest encounter.
Despite their recent struggles, Heerenveen aims to elevate their position in the standings and secure a much-needed win.
Team Form:
Vitesse’s recent Eredivisie form: LWDLDL
Heerenveen’s recent Eredivisie form: LLWLL
Team News:
Vitesse will be without Thomas Buitink and Fode Fofana due to long-term knee injuries. Additionally, Davy Propper is working towards full fitness after a prolonged injury.
On the other hand, Heerenveen’s Luuk Brouwers has been in impressive goal-scoring form, netting three times in his last three matches.
Possible Starting Lineups:
Vitesse:
- Room;
- Mica, Hendriks, Isimat-Mirin, Oroz;
- Cornelisse, Meulensteen;
- Manhoef, Van Ginkel, Kozlowski;
- Hamulic
Heerenveen:
- Noppert;
- Kohlert, Bochniewicz, Van Beek, Braude;
- Olsson, Haye;
- Sahraoui, Brouwers, Nunnely;
- Van Amersfoort
Prediction:
In what promises to be an intense encounter, we predict a 2-1 victory for Vitesse over Heerenveen. Expect an action-packed game with opportunities for both teams, ultimately tipping in favor of Vitesse.